Case studies for automotive components using CAD and CAE techniques

Abstract

In the present paper we present model of 3D components, parts of power supply system found in automobiles. 3D designs of components are obtained using modern techniques of computer systems which implies the means of CAD software. Following components designing, an analysis of obtained models was made, considering static, mechanical and thermal stresses. These studies were made by means of numerical simulation, using CAE techniques, and have the purpose of optimizing geometrical shapes of designed components in the terms of their weight, in the same time maintaining their mechanical and electrical characteristics. From weight optimizing of automotive components ensues significant savings of material and energy consumption, this being a sensitive topic in automotive industry, whether we talk about classical, electrical or hybrid automobiles. Modelling and simulation was made using finite element analysis of SolidWorks2010 software and the obtained results could be used in the process of part production from automotive.